Air-Fryer Buffalo Chicken
Tangy buffalo-coated chicken breasts cooked quickly in the air fryer for a crisp, juicy weeknight meal.
Servings: 3 servings
Ingredients
- avocado or olive oil cooking spray
- 3 medium skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 5 tablespoons buffalo sauce plus more for brushing, as desired
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- celery sticks for serving, optional
- carrot sticks for serving, optional
- blue cheese dressing or dip for serving, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C) and lightly spray the basket with avocado or olive oil cooking spray.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them in a mixing bowl.
- Pour 5 tablespoons buffalo sauce over the chicken, then season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; toss to coat evenly and let sit to marinate for 5 minutes.
- Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook at 360°F for 10 minutes.
- Flip the breasts and continue cooking for another 5 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer registers 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part.
- Remove the chicken, brush with extra buffalo sauce if desired, and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving with celery, carrot sticks, and blue cheese dressing if using.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- Tongs
- Meat Thermometer
- Basting Brush
Notes
- Patting the chicken dry helps the sauce adhere better.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
- Adjust buffalo sauce amount to taste for milder or spicier heat.
- Cook times may vary slightly by air fryer model.